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HomeMy WebLinkAboutMinutes OSHKOSH COMMITTEE ON AGING MINUTES SEPTEMBER 5, 2007 Present: Corky Abraham,Claude Benedict, Dr. Jean Caudle, Jesse Fillmore, Ann Jungwirth, Kristi Knudsen, Jerry Konrad, Ruth McGinley, Toby Rosenberg, Glen Steinbrecher, and Chairman Donna Altepeter Excused: Kara Klein, and Joan Rogers Staff: Mark Ziemer, Director of Senior Services, and Vickie Rand, Office Assistant Guests: Harold Singstock Chairman Altepeter called the meeting to order at 8 a.m. Chairman Altepeter called for approval of the September 5, 2007 Meeting Minutes. Motion by Benedict for approval, seconded by Konrad. Unanimous. CORRESPONDENCE There was correspondence at this time. DIRECTOR’S REPORT: MARK ZIEMER Mark stated he had attended the State Association of Senior Centers State Conference and reconnected with many people who could be excellent resources for us. Mark reported he had met with Gift Shop personnel and a decision was made to make a big push forward to make this gift shop a significant fundraiser. Mark also came back from the conference with an idea for a perennial sale, which brought the Stevens Point Senior Center a $10,000 profit. Mark also talked about expectations for the board or committee members to join the Friends, and support the Center, physically and monetarily. Discussion followed regarding the cost of a Friends Membership, and revisions to bring in more money. Mark also reported the Fall Family Fun Festival was a great success with the numbers in attendance doubling over last year. He stated the “Take Back Medication” campaign and the United Way Kick-off campaign held here were well attended events that help showcase the Senior Center Campus to another category of people. Mark stated he has a meeting with Sue Panek, the Director of the United Way regarding the Senior Center becoming a benefactor of the United Way. Mark reported the work on the Master Plan is progressing slowly. He stated eventually a meeting will be held with the Senior Center Board, The Committee on Aging, and the Friends Board to review the future of the Seniors Center Campus. Committee On Aging Minutes September 5, 2007 1 Discussion followed regarding plans for the campus buildings, and the three variables are the future of FVTC, UW-Oshkosh, and the condition of the cold storage area. He stated a study might need to be done to verify that the north building is worth a renovation. Mark stated he has contact with Chris Kneip regarding the Grandparents Raising Grandchildren support group and encourged the Committee to look more city wide in their efforts. Mark stated the Retired and Senior Volunteer Program (RSVP) also promotes a community wide effort and the Committee could have speakers from RSVP speak on topics that effect the entire community, as he believes it is the Committee’s goal to improve Oshkosh and make the area the best place for older adults. Discussion followed on updating the Committee on Aging yearly planner to determine what they wanted to accomplish in 2008. COMMITTEE REPORTS Claude Benedict reported that the Seniors Center Board was developing a Governance Committee and making a donation to the Center was among the expectations. Chairman Altepeter stated that was probably fine for the Board, however, the Committee members who are appointed by the City Mayor can’t be given those requirements, although it is very common for members of an organization to be expected to contribute to that organization. Mr. Ziemer stated he is strongly encouraging donations but they are not required. He stated a personal commitment is different from a monetary donation. He stated that when asking for funding, 100% participation from your Boards and Committee’s is very important. OLD BUSINESS 2008 Budget: Mark stated the budget process continues and it will be going for Council review in 3 week. He stated he would share more about the budget at the next meeting. Speaker Survey: Toby Rosenberg stated the survey resulted in the following speaker topics, including a tie for 2nd choice and several 3rd place choices: 1. Driving Challenges 2. Preserving Your Wealth 2. Financial Scams 3. Health Concerns (shingles, necessary precautions during flu season, etc.) 3. Responsibilities of the Senior Center Nurse 3. Motivational Speaker regarding Positive Aging 3. Reverse Mortgages 3. Sorting Out Your Estate Committee On Aging Minutes September 5, 2007 2 Mark questioned the purpose of the group. Chairman Altepeter suggested they take a look at the Planner for 2008. Discussion followed regarding the speaker topics, and those that can be combined, and presenters for those topics. Ann Jungwirth noted the speakers that would be speaking on October 25 for the CWAG meeting. Chairman Altepeter asked for the review of the Planner to be put on next months agenda to review the progress made this year and plan for 2008. Discussion of the Housing Directory project for 2007 was also discussed. Corky Abram informed the Committee about an email scam using the IRS refund as the catch to fill out a form that includes your Social Security Number and bank account numbers. NEW BUSINESS Glen Steinbrecher asked for clarification of the County Commission on Aging and the Committee on Aging he is a member of. Mark explained the County Commission on Aging has representatives from each City in the County, whereas, our Committee is for the city only. Ann Jungwirth questioned having a Council member appointed to the Committee. Chairman Altepeter stated the City Administration decides which committee’s receive Council representation. Corky Abraham stated that since the Senior Center doesn’t consistently send items to the Council for approval they feel there is no need for Council representation on the Board or Committee. COMMITTEE MEMBER COMMENTS/CONCERNS Ann Jungwirth commented that the “Take Back Medication” campaign had taken in 400 lbs. in the spring campaign and were very successful in the Fall campaign as well. She stated she hopes that program would continue. There being no further business, the meeting was adjourned at 9:23 a.m. Abraham/Fillmore. Unanimous. Respectively submitted, VICKIE RAND Office Assistant Oshkosh Seniors Center Committee On Aging Minutes September 5, 2007 3